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- Associated Press
Google faces more scrutiny as UK watchdog flexes new digital competition powers
Britain's competition watchdog flexed new digital market powers on Monday for the first time with an investigation into Google's search and search ad businesses. Under beefed-up rules that took effect this month designed to protect consumers and businesses from unfair practices by Big Tech companies, the Competition and Markets Authority said it would determine whether Google should be given “strategic market status” that would require imposing changes to the company's behavior. The investigation adds to global scrutiny that the U.S. tech giant is facing.
- BBC
Neil Gaiman faces more sexual assault allegations
The Sandman and American Gods author is the subject of a New York Magazine cover story.
- Reuters
Decision on digital pound over two years away, Bank of England says
LONDON (Reuters) -No decision will be made for at least a couple of years on whether Britain will go ahead with a central bank digital currency for the general public, the Bank of England said on Tuesday, pushing back the timeline for the project. Former Prime Minister Rishi Sunak championed the idea of a digital currency in 2021 when he was finance minister, but the BoE and the current government have been more reluctant and a public consultation attracted widespread privacy concerns. Governor Andrew Bailey said in October that a central bank digital currency was "not my preferred option" but might be needed if British banks did not ensure their payment systems were more attractive than those offered by less regulated tech companies.
- RFI
IOC to replace 'defective' 2024 Olympic medals after complaints from athletes
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) confirmed that the "defective medals" from the 2024 Paris Olympic Games will be replaced in coming weeks as more than 100 athletes have signalled the deterioration of their award. "The Paris 2024 Olympic Games Organising Committee is working closely with the Monnaie de Paris, the institution responsible for the manufacture and quality control of the medals, to assess any complaints about the medals and to understand the circumstances and cause of any dam
- Insider Monkey
Analyst Says People Selling Uber Technologies (UBER) On Robotaxi Threat ‘Completely Miss’ The Story
We recently published a list of 10 Latest AI News You Shouldn’t Miss. In this article, we are going to take a look at where Uber Technologies, Inc. (NYSE:UBER) stands against other latest AI news you shouldn’t miss. Anastasia Amoroso, iCapital chief investment officer, said in a latest program on CNBC that 2025 will be […]
- The Guardian
Hopes Gaza ceasefire deal in final stages as mediators meet in Qatar
First phase of agreement likely to involve release of 33 Israeli hostages and up to 1,000 Palestinian prisoners
- euronews Videos
Oxnard wildfire adds to Southern California's fire woes as winds pick up
The fire started late on Monday in a dry riverbed in Oxnard, about 90 kilometres northwest of Los Angeles.
- Associated Press
Pete Hegseth, Trump's nominee for defense secretary, faces crucial test at confirmation hearing
President-elect Donald Trump’s choice for defense secretary, Pete Hegseth, calls himself a “change agent” heading into a potentially explosive confirmation hearing Tuesday as senators question whether the former combat veteran and TV news show host is fit to lead the U.S. military. Hegseth’s former experience in the Army National Guard is widely viewed as an asset for the job, but he also brings a jarring record of past statements and actions, including allegations of sexual assault, excessive drinking and derisive views about women in military combat roles, minorities and “woke” generals.
- Evening Standard
Australian Open 2025: Katie Boulter battles through first-round test as British history made in Melbourne
Six British players are through to the second round in Melbourne for the first time ever
- Evening Standard
London hospital cancels urgent blood tests after collapsed ceiling causes building to flood
Managers at St Helier hospital in Sutton have said estate is ‘not fit for purpose’
- Evening Standard
Kate, Princess of Wales, visits Royal Marsden Hospital to thank staff who treated her for cancer
Princess also gave her support to patients undergoing treatment and opened up about the emotional toll of her ordeal
- PA Media: Sport
Tony Book: The late-blooming bricklayer who became a Manchester City great
The full-back did not play top-flight football until his move to City at the age of 32 in 1966.
- USA TODAY Sports
Texas man arrested for stalking Caitlin Clark in Indianapolis: 'She has been very fearful'
An investigation by local authorities determined that Michael Lewis, 55, traveled to Indianapolis to be in close proximity to Caitlin Clark.
- USA TODAY
Jessica Simpson and husband Eric Johnson split after 10 years of marriage
Jessica Simpson has announced she split from her husband of 10 years, former NFL tight end Eric Johnson, saying they are "living separately."
- Sky News
Kate visits Royal Marsden Hospital to thank staff who looked after her during cancer treatment
The Princess of Wales has visited the Royal Marsden Hospital to thank staff who looked after her during her cancer treatment. Kate also met other patients at the London hospital - with the visit the first confirmation of where she was treated. The princess spent about an hour meeting people, at one point sitting with patient Katherine Field who was starting her first day of treatment.
- Evening Standard
Sadiq Khan Hails Impact Of Mentor Provision For 100,000 Young Londoners
Sadiq Khan Hails Impact Of Mentor Provision For 100,000 Young Londoners
- Evening Standard
Nintendo Switch 2 set for imminent reveal after flurry of leaks
Excitement is growing in anticipation of the release of the upgraded gaming device and its rumoured features and games
- BBC
Market nerves continue with Reeves set to face MPs
The pound and UK government borrowing costs show signs of stabilising after a turbulent few days.
- BBC
Kate thanks staff at hospital where she was treated
The Princess of Wales has given her personal thanks to staff who helped her at the Royal Marsden Hospital.
- USA TODAY
Powerful winds threaten to erase firefighters' progress against LA fires: Live updates
Dry, hurricane-force Santa Ana winds of 45 to 70 mph are forecast through Wednesday, according to the National Weather Service.